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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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